Canopus Unveils ProCoder 2.0; ADVC1000 Video Converter
September 12, 2003
Amsterdam, Netherlands - Canopus Corporation has unveiled ProCoder 2.0, an update to its professional video transcoding software tool, and the ADVC1000, a bi-directional DV/SDI (Serial Digital Interface) video converter designed for the high-end professional market.
New features in ProCoder 2.0 increase format compatibility and boost productivity by streamlining the transcoding process. These new features include Flash export capabilities for video use on the Internet, support for MPEG-4 through DivX Pro, a new wizard that simplifies the transcoding process while retaining the highest possible image quality, a new job queuing feature that streamlines the production workflow by scheduling transcoding jobs to run in succession, and a handy "watch folders" feature that provides automatic conversion when files are placed in specific folders.
The ADVC1000 comes in a rackmountable breakout box configuration and features convenient digital video and audio connections, as well as RS-422 deck control via FireWire for greater convenience and control. ADVC1000 supports both Windows and Mac OS, and can also operate as a standalone converter.
ADVC1000 features Canopus's proven DV codec technology, which is found in the full line of Canopus DV capture cards and Advanced Digital Video Converters. In addition, the ADVC1000 includes genlock support for superior image stability. On the audio front, ADVC1000 supports locked audio during conversion, assuring perfect audio and video synchronization, as well as AES/EBU audio for professional applications. ADVC1000 also boasts VITC and LTC timecode support for timecode preservation during conversions.
ProCoder is a standalone transcoding software tool for Windows-based computers that supports all popular video formats and features Canopus's acclaimed DV codec and MPEG technologies. ProCoder is targeted at video, DVD production and Internet content-creation professionals for use in entertainment, business, government and education. Designed for speed and flexibility, ProCoder is an ideal transcoding software tool for video professionals who encounter multiple video formats on a regular basis.
Supporting all popular video formats, including MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MPEG-4,
Windows Media, RealVideo, QuickTime, Macromedia Flash, Microsoft DirectShow,
Microsoft Video for Windows, Microsoft DV and Canopus DV, ProCoder makes it
easy to convert video between formats at incredible speeds. ProCoder lets
users convert single or multiple source files at the same time and can even
encode to multiple files in multiple formats and also employs video and
audio filters to enhance the quality of converted output.
ProCoder 2.0 will be available fall 2003 through Canopus and its authorized
dealers and system integrators for a suggested retail price of $499.
The ADVC1000 will be available November 2003 from Canopus authorized dealers
for a suggested retail price of $1999.
For more information, visit
www.canopus.com
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